90 days free · for ages 13–18
That 10pm brain that won’t slow down?
Yeah, there’s a reason for that.
You’re not bad at relaxing. Your body’s just stuck in "on" mode. NuCalm is 20 minutes, headphones, and neuroacoustic software built to help your body actually power down, before a test, after a bad day, or when your brain won’t stop replaying that thing you said in the group chat.
Free for 13–18 year olds.
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the actual problem
Nobody tells you how loud your own head can get.
It’s not just "being dramatic." Your body has a real stress response, and right now it doesn’t get much of a break.
You open one app to relax and leave more wired
Comparing your behind-the-scenes to everyone’s highlight reel is exhausting, even when it doesn’t feel like "stress."
Tired, but your brain didn’t get the memo
Lying there replaying today and pre-living tomorrow isn’t a discipline problem. It’s a body that hasn’t downshifted yet.
Fine, fine, fine, then suddenly not fine
Tests, practice, that group project, family stuff, none of it pauses so you can catch up. You need something that works for you in the gaps.
how it actually works
No breathing exercises. No "just relax." Just press play.
Put your headphones on
Open the app, pick Rescue, Focus, or DeepestSleep+, hit play. That’s it, no setup, nothing to learn.
There’s audio under the music you can’t consciously hear
It’s built to guide your brain toward a slower, steadier rhythm. The science part is real, we just won’t make you read a research paper to feel it.
Your body starts to catch up
Heart rate and breathing will slow down as you shift from wired to calm, the same shift that happens naturally right before you fall asleep.
for the skeptical / your parents
NuCalm’s method for shifting autonomic nervous system activity is patented in the US.
Get Started
Get Started with NuCalm
- 1
Download the NuCalm App
Available on the App Store and Google Play.
- 2
Confirm your email address
Click the link in the email from NuCalm Support to verify your email.
- 3
Log in to the NuCalm app
Use the email and password you created.
- 4
Choose your mode
Prepare to use DeepestSleep to go to bed, or Rescue to relieve stress and restore your energy.
- 5
Choose Your First NuCalm Journey
Here’s how to choose which NuCalm product to use first:
- About to go to bed? Use NuCalm DeepestSleep.
- Feeling exhausted, stressed, anxious, or low on energy? Use NuCalm Rescue.
- On an ongoing basis, use DeepestSleep at night and Rescue for 20 minutes every day.
- 6
Prepare for Offline Playback
To play NuCalm offline:
- Download the programs you want offline, a checkmark appears next to each.
- Close the app, turn off Wi-Fi, and turn on Airplane Mode.
- Open the app, tap the program, and select “Start.”
The Science Behind NuCalm
How Neuroscience Guides the Body from Stress to Recovery
Patented neuroacoustic software that naturally guides brain wave frequencies from high Beta (high stress) to deep relaxation (Alpha/Theta).- As the brain settles, your parasympathetic system engages, heart rate steadies, breathing slows, and the stress cascade quiets. No drugs or sedation.
- With regular NuCalm use, your nervous system becomes more resilient and your resets accelerate, so you can perform at elevated levels.
Neuroacoustic Technology
Human Brain Waves & Associated Mental States
| Brain Wave | Frequency | Mental State | NuCalm Product |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gamma | 39–41 Hz | High Intensity | Ignite® |
| Beta | 15–20 Hz | Mental Acuity | Focus |
| Alpha | 12–8 Hz | Deep relaxation | Rescue, PowerNap, FlowState |
| Theta | 7–4 Hz | Recovery & Healing | Rescue, PowerNap, FlowState |
| Delta | 4–0.5 Hz | Restful Sleep | DeepestSleep |
NuCalm
How to Use NuCalm
Instant Relaxation & Deep Recovery
- 20–120 minute patented neuroacoustic tracks for stress relief and deep recovery
- Easy to use: lie down, put on an eye mask and headphones, and press start on the NuCalm app
- Reduces stress, inflammation, and mental fatigue while improving focus and resilience
- Ideal for daily use: morning, afternoon, or anytime you need a reset
Rapid Recovery & Stress Relief
- 12Hz–4Hz Alpha & Theta frequency tracks for deep mental and physical restoration
- 20-minute tracks for a powerful reboot to mind and energy
- Easy to use: lay down, put on headphones and an eye mask, and press start
- Boosts stress resilience, immune strength, and overall restoration
Next-Generation Restorative Sleep
- 8-hour and 10-hour sleep tracks for effortless rest
- Easy to use: play through your bedroom speaker at bedtime
- Trains your brain for consistent, restorative sleep
- Supports recovery, resilience, and daily energy
Next-Level Energy & Performance
- 39Hz–41Hz Gamma frequency tracks for peak mental and physical performance
- Easy to use: play through your headphones via the NuCalm mobile app
- Boosts focus, energy, and clarity for workouts, competition, or game day
- Helps you push harder, go farther, and perform at your best
Productivity & Mental Clarity
- Boosts productivity and mental energy
- Easy to use: play through your headphones via the NuCalm mobile app
- Improves focus, comprehension, and clarity
- Uses Beta neuroacoustic frequencies for deep concentration
- Ideal for study sessions, projects, or creative work
Next-Generation Creativity & Focus
- Boosts creativity and idea generation
- Calms the mind and reduces stress
- Immersive neuroacoustic experience
- Enhances clarity, focus, and insight
questions people actually ask
Before you hit play
Does this replace therapy or meds?
No, and it’s not intended to. NuCalm is a relaxation tool, not medical or mental health treatment. If you’re dealing with an anxiety disorder, depression, or anything else you’re getting treated for, keep working with your doctor or therapist. NuCalm can sit alongside that, not replace it.
Does it cost anything after the 90 days?
Free for the full 90 days. Your NuCalm account cancels automatically after 90 days.
Is it actually safe to use at 13?
NuCalm is safe for people of all ages, from 1-month-olds to 100-year-olds. There’s no social feed, no messaging, no comments. It’s just audio sessions.
Your brain works hard enough. Give it 20 minutes off.
90 days FREE, no credit card.
NuCalm is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, including anxiety disorders or other mental health conditions. If your teen is experiencing ongoing anxiety, depression, or thoughts of self-harm, please contact a licensed healthcare provider, or, in the US, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Individual results with NuCalm vary and are not guaranteed.